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Humanitarian Coordination & Practice

InterAction supports the efforts of humanitarian agencies working together to provide a predictable, coordinated, well-resourced, and holistic response to conflicts and natural disasters.

InterAction also serves as a hub for our Members responding to humanitarian emergencies by coordinating information and engaging with the United Nations and the U.S. government to improve timeliness and accountability for effective responses.

Updates

“More than just a Roof:” Shelter Support in Colombia Provides Self-Reliance

Recent trends show that Colombians fleeing their homes to escape violence are seeking safety in urban areas of all sizes, ranging from major cities like Bogotá to small municipalities. As newly displaced people arrive, mid-sized cities like Popayán and Florencia are struggling to provide enough resources for critical humanitarian interventions like food assistance and housing.

Desiree Halpern

Juan Pablo Franco

Oct 7, 2024

Global Development

An Intersectoral Approach to Mental Health and Psychosocial Support

Conflict and violence around the globe have left about 47.2 million children displaced, 15 million of which are refugees. Of those 15 million children, 40% are out of school. The effects of displacement can be severe and far-reaching, impacting children’s mental and physical health as well as cognitive development, with significant follow-on effects on learning outcomes.

Elana Banin

Oct 2, 2024

Humanitarian Coordination & Practice

The Statelessness Challenge

In a world where borders define identities and citizenship is a cornerstone to belonging, the plight of stateless persons presents a significant challenge to perceptions…

Akintayo Odeyemi

Aug 1, 2024

Humanitarian Coordination & Practice

Introducing the Global Refugee Forum Blog Series

As we mark six months since the second Global Refugee Forum (GRF), held in December 2023, InterAction and International Council for Voluntary Agencies (ICVA) members are collaborating on a blog series to reflect on the GRF, focus attention on commitments, and strengthen transparency on progress since the first GRF in 2019.

Davina Said

Ellie Doblin

Rose Worden

Jul 22, 2024

Humanitarian Coordination & Practice

The Missing Link: Early Childhood Development in Child Protection Humanitarian Assistance

In January 2021, the U.S. Congress enacted the Global Child Thrive Act. This landmark legislation aims to give vulnerable children ages 0-8…

Elana Banin

Michelle Van Akin

Jun 13, 2024

Humanitarian Coordination & Practice

Mainstreaming Housing, Land, and Property in Crisis Response

HLP is crucial to crisis preparedness and response, peacebuilding, and development, yet it is often overlooked as a technical niche rather than an essential component of successful humanitarian assistance.

Juli King

Victoria Powell

Jun 12, 2024

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Announcing InterAction’s 2024 Award Winners

InterAction’s annual awards highlight exceptional individuals in the international development and humanitarian sectors. Their contributions have been instrumental to advancing and defending the rights of…

InterAction

May 31, 2024

Humanitarian Coordination & Practice

The Linkages Between Human Mobility and Climate Change are Growing

In an increasingly interconnected world, the ability to move freely within one’s country or across borders is often determined by statuses and group identities beyond…

Rose Worden

May 30, 2024

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